Jane Renehan explores the infection prevention and control policies and protocols that every dental practice should have in place. The question – Dear Jane… Can you describe what infection prevention and control documentation is essential for a dental practice to have? In addition, what policies and protocols will an inspector expect to find if they … Continued
Jane Renehan explores how dental practices can prepare for inspections by the Health and Safety Authority. The question – Dear Jane… The Health and Safety Authority (HSA) recently inspected a colleague’s dental practice. What does a practice need to do to prepare for HSA inspections? For example, what documentation may the HSA inspector look for? … Continued
Jane Renehan identifies 10 weak spots that frequently occur in dental instrument decontamination processing. The question – Dear Jane… Our practice infection prevention and control (IPC) protocol on decontamination of dental instruments is due for an annual review. We would be grateful for any advice that you can offer. From your experience, what are the … Continued
Jane Renehan answers a reader’s question relating to the Health Information and Quality Authority’s new radiation audit procedures. The question – Dear Jane… How do HIQA’s new radiation audit procedures differ from the previous Dental Council clinical audit criteria? What has changed for practice owners and dentists? Answer Legislative changes in recent months assigned the … Continued
Jane Renehan answers another reader’s question relating to eliminating bacteria in dental waterlines. The question – Dear Jane… What is the best way to ensure that dental waterlines are clean and clear of biofilm? Is there a recommended product that is best for eliminating bacteria in waterlines? The answer Dental practices operate with a large … Continued
Jane Renehan offers 10 tips to follow when buying a new autoclave in response to a reader’s question. The question – Dear Jane… Can you give me some advice as to what I should look out for when buying a new dental autoclave? The answer The autoclave is an essential equipment item in dental practices. … Continued
Jane Renehan answers a reader’s question on how to get started with compliance. The question – Dear Jane… In recent months I opened a new dental practice. I’m working single-handedly at the moment, but over time I have plans to expand the size of the practice. With the new build, purchase of equipment, recruiting staff … Continued
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